Pre-Qualification Grounds Department

Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in Colorado is requesting qualifications to establish a pre-qualified vendor pool for grounds maintenance, repair, installation, and emergency services on an as-needed basis, with proposals due August 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM MST through Rocky Mountain BidNet Direct.

Respondents may apply for one or more of four service categories: Category A (Landscaping Services), Category B (Irrigation Services), Category C (Tree Trimming and Tree Removal), and Category D (Fencing Services). Applicants must identify the specific categories for which they seek qualification and provide evidence of demonstrated experience performing work for K-12 school districts, municipalities, commercial facilities, or similar public entities. All contractors must maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance ($1 million per occurrence / $2 million aggregate), Automobile Liability Insurance ($1 million combined single limit), Workers Compensation Coverage ($1 million per occurrence), and Professional Liability Insurance ($3 million per occurrence / $3 million aggregate). Criminal background checks are required for all employees who will be in the presence of students or on District property. Contractors must execute the District's Master Services Agreement without material modification prior to receiving any purchase order or task order.

Pre-qualification does not guarantee work or establish exclusivity; the District reserves the right to accept qualifications from new vendors at any time, remove vendors for unsatisfactory performance or non-compliance, and procure services through alternative methods as deemed in its best interest. Pricing must be submitted separately from the technical proposal with sufficient detail for evaluation. Payment terms are net thirty days from invoice receipt, with a two percent discount for payment within fifteen days. The District may conduct oral presentations at its sole discretion and anticipates contract awards by August 31, 2026. Written inquiries are due August 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM MST. The pre-qualified vendor pool will remain continuously maintained until terminated or replaced by the District.